Fire Engineering Radio Exclusive: Clarence Center Plane Crash

Chief Halton interviews Chief David Case, Fire Chief of the Clarence Center (NY) Volunteer Fire Company and the incident commander at the tragic plane crash in Clarence Center, New York. The crash claimed the lives of 49 passengers and one resident of Clarence Center on the ground. Chief Case describes how the department responded, what actions they took, and how they managed this incredibly difficult event. Chief Case identifies the key reasons why the members of the department were able to respond in such a professional and competent manner to an event of such magnitude. Learn how this fire department was able to respond to a major event and display the most competent and professional demeanor any fire company could hope to display. In this exclusive interview, Chief Case outlines the key strategies to being confident, prepared and effective under pressure.

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